Formed in 2001, the Black Keys are one of our favourite blues rock bands of all time so we couldn't resist delving into the discography to pull out their finest five albums.
"Brothers" (2010)
First up, of course. "Brothers" is widely regarded as The Black Keys' breakthrough album. It was released in 2010 and quickly gained critical acclaim. The album features some of the band's best tracks to date, including "Tighten Up," "Howlin' for You," and "Next Girl." The album won three Grammy Awards in 2011
"El Camino" (2011)
"El Camino" is another hugely successful album from The Black Keys. It was released in 2011 and debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart. The album features a number of hit singles, including "Lonely Boy," "Gold on the Ceiling," and "Little Black Submarines." "El Camino" won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album in 2013.
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"Rubber Factory" (2004)
"Rubber Factory" was The Black Keys' third album and the first to be recorded in a professional studio. The album features a raw, stripped-down sound that has become a hallmark of the band's early work. The standout tracks on "Rubber Factory" include "10 A.M. Automatic," "Girl is on My Mind," and "The Lengths."
"Attack & Release" (2008)
"Attack & Release" marked a departure from The Black Keys' earlier sound, with the band working with renowned producer Danger Mouse. The album features a more polished sound than previous releases, but still retains the raw energy that made the band so popular. The standout tracks on "Attack & Release" include "Strange Times," "I Got Mine," and "Psychotic Girl."
"Turn Blue" (2014)
"Turn Blue" is The Black Keys' eighth studio album and features a more experimental sound than previous releases. The album was produced by Danger Mouse and features a range of different musical influences, including psychedelic rock and soul. The standout tracks on "Turn Blue" include "Weight of Love," "Fever," and "Gotta Get Away."
No doubt one of the most important bands of the 21st century, Black Keys' punchy fusion of blues and rock & roll has become absolutely unique and led them to stardom in the States and beyond.